RN - Clinical Research Coordinator

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

The Willamette Valley Cancer Institute and Research Center in Eugene, Oregon is seeking an RN - Clinical Research Coordinator. You will work with patients in cancer clinical trials, coordinating with medical and research teams and ensuring protocol adherence.

This role emphasizes patient education, regulatory compliance, and data accuracy. Ideal candidates have an RN license in Oregon and 2–3 years of clinical or oncology research experience, with EMR proficiency and potential certification in

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a clinical or scientific field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RN license in Oregon is required.
• 2–3 years in a clinical or scientific field, oncology preferred.
• SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
• EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility.
• Presents trial concepts and details to patients and enrolls them on protocol.
• Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements.
• May disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching on administration.
• Maintains investigational drug accountability.
• Reviews patients for changes in condition and documents findings with the physician.
• Responsible for data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting.
• Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
• Maintains regulatory documents per USOR SOP and regulations.
• Participates in required training and education programs.
• Educates clinic staff regarding clinical research.

Skills

RN license in OR

2-3 years clinical experience

Oncology research experience

SoCRA/ACRP certification preferred

EMR experience

Education

Associate's degree in clinical or scientific field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

RN - Clinical Research Coordinator

The Willamette Valley Cancer Institute and Research Center is actively seeking an RN - Clinical Research Coordinator for our location in Eugene, Oregon. WVCI, which is part of The US Oncology Network, provides their patients with start of the art clinical trials to help patients on their journey through the cancer care continuum. This individual would be working directly with the patients taking part in the studies, coordinating with medical and research team involved. While clinical research experience is preferred, an individual with a passion for all things clinical and analytical will find success in this role. This role will also support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The general pay scale for this position at WVCI is $27.68 - $70.00. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to: prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, internal equity, etc.

Employment Type: Full time, 40 hrs (1.0 FTE)

Benefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)

Location: Eugene, OR

Responsibilities

• Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility.
• Presents trial concepts and details to the patients, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls patients on protocol.
• Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements.
• May disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching regarding administration.
• Maintains investigational drug accountability.
• In collaboration with the physician, reviews patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug and thoroughly documents all findings.
• Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting.
• Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
• Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with USOR SOP and applicable regulations.
• Participates in required training and education programs.
• Responsible for education of clinic staff regarding clinical research.
• May collaborate with Research Site Leader in the study selection process.
• Additional responsibilities may include working directly with other (non-USOR) research bases and/or sponsors.
• Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at all time through compliance with all federal, state, and professional regulatory standards as issued through OSHA and the CDC. Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline desired, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RN License in OR REQUIRED
• Minimum two to three (2-3) year of experience in a clinical or scientific related discipline, preferably in oncology.
• Oncology research experience preferred.
• EMR experience preferred.
• SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.